This recipe is from Mary Fraser, a crofter in Shetland and a very good baker and cook. You might think this is just another lemon cake recipe but it’s the best lemon cake I’ve ever made. Using mixed ...

Make the crust and topping. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt. Mix in melted butter, egg, and lemon ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Looking for the best way to add extra lemon flavor to baked goods or weeknight dinners? The secret ...

To zest a lemon, you can use a Microplane, citrus zester, vegetable peeler, box grater, or a knife. While a Microplane yields the finest zest, a vegetable peeler or knife provides larger ribbons. The ...

In Amalfi, Italy, cooks making pesto forgo the classic fresh basil in favor of strips of zest from the local lemons, “sfusato amalfitano.” Combined with almonds, Parmesan and oil, it makes a bright, ...

Grilling brings out the natural sugars in sweet potatoes, giving them a smoky flavor. Slice sweet potatoes into rounds or thick slices, brush lightly with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and ...